Anatomical model explained

An anatomical model is a three-dimensional representation of human or animal anatomy, used for medical and biological education.^[1]

Model specs

The model may show the anatomy partially dissected, or have removable parts allowing the student to remove and inspect the modelled body parts. Some models may have changeable genital inserts and other interchangeable parts which permit a unisex model to represent an individual of either sex.

Although 3D computer models of anatomy now exist as an alternative, physical anatomical models still have advantages in providing insight into anatomy.^[2]

See also

• Anatomy
• Comparative anatomy

Notes and References

1. Fredieu. John R.. Kerbo. Jennifer. Herron. Mark. Klatte. Ryan. Cooke. Malcolm. 2015-06-01. Anatomical Models: a Digital Revolution. Medical Science Educator. en. 25. 2. 183–194. 10.1007/s40670-015-0115-9. 2156-8650. free.
2. Preece. Daniel. Williams. Sarah B.. Lam. Richard. Weller. Renate. July 2013. "Let's get physical": advantages of a physical model over 3D computer models and textbooks in learning imaging anatomy. Anatomical Sciences Education. 6. 4. 216–224. 10.1002/ase.1345. 1935-9780. 23349117. 2042538.